Self-Sufficient and Independent Society
Amid the rapid tide of modernization, some ancestral traditions continue to endure. One of them is Paco’an, a communal savings tradition still practiced by the people of Sagu Village, Sambas Regency, passed down from generation to generation as a symbol
The deep ecology approach offers the view that flood mitigation cannot rely solely on technical solutions—it must also involve rebuilding harmony between humans and the ecosystems they inhabit. Without policies grounded in ecocentrism, flood mitigation will remain a temporary, reactionary
From a food security perspective, food crop agriculture carries deeper urgency because it directly concerns the basic needs of communities. While oil palm plantations may generate short-term economic gains, the long-term benefits of preserving food crop lands lie in ensuring
The agricultural sector in West Kalimantan, particularly the food crop subsector, faces significant challenges — not only from technical aspects such as land conversion and low productivity, but also from the condition of its primary actors: the farmers themselves. Data
From October 1–3, 2024, Laili Khairnur of Gemawan traveled to Bangkok, Thailand, to participate in AsiaXChange 2024, hosted by The Rockefeller Foundation.The event carried a significant theme: “Accelerating a Just Green Transformation in Asia: Taking a Systems Approach to Climate
Nurpunati serves as the Secretary General of Serumpun Singkawang and Chairperson of the Serumpun Sejati Waste Bank.In her daily life, she dedicates her time to sorting and collecting waste from designated bins placed across various locations. Her commitment extends beyond
Women Leading Climate Action | Gemawan showcased its fieldwork in empowering and strengthening the capacity of women’s groups and organizations—demonstrating and promoting the reality that women are leaders and frontliners in climate change adaptation, particularly in the agriculture and forestry
Ever heard of the analog forest? Analog Forestry is a system that seeks to build a forest ecosystem similar in architectural structure and ecological function to a forest approaching the climax or sub-climax vegetation of a native forest. This system
Laili trains women from different ethnic and religious groups to collaborate to improve family income and agricultural practices. As their collaborations succeed, women become recognized as community leaders, who then work across boundaries to protect natural resources, establish land rights,
Clothing retailers like Zara, Forever 21, and H&M make cheap and fashionable clothing to satisfy the needs of young consumers. Yet, fast fashion has a significant environmental impact. According to the UN Environment Programme, the industry is the second-biggest consumer of water